Course Descriptions

PEAC-148 Pilates: Intermediate

PEAC-180 Volleyball

PEAC-183 Golf

PEAC-193 Self-Defense

PEAC-199 Advanced Self-Defense

PHSC-191 Physical Science

PHSC-191L Physical Science Lab

PHSC-192 Earth Systems

PHSC-192L Earth Systems Lab

PHSM-222 Mechanics

STEM-199 Undergraduate Research Methods

1. Students will explain what research is in their discipline.
2. Students will be able to perform a literature review relevant to the research topic.
3. Students will be able to design experiments, including appropriate controls with guidance.
4. Students will be able to work in a team and independently.
5. Students will be able to communicate their research and the background information with weekly updates and a final poster presentation.
6. Students will be able to keep a laboratory notebook.
7. Students will identify the importance of scientific ethics and act ethically.
8. Students will know how to appropriately handle data, materials, and equipment.

STEM-201 Undergraduate Research Methods II

Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100 (ACSR-100), completion of ELAP-120 with a 2.0, or completion of RDNG-030, ACLT-075 or ACLT-076. NOTE: Class is reserved for STEM Scholars program students only. Pre-requisite: STEM-199.
This course is meant to be a continuation of the STEM-199 course. It is an undergraduate introduction to research that is used by professionals working in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) careers. Students will continue to work on scholarly research with faculty mentors.  They will be required to participate in an in-depth independent and collaborative inquiry into select STEM subjects and they will present their findings independently to the college community as a poster presentation.

Course Outcomes
1. Students will negotiate and facilitate their own learning about the research that is relevant to their scientific discipline.

2. Students will compose a much more extensive, in-depth literature review relevant to their research topic (Library Research).

3. Students will design and direct experiments, including appropriate controls with minimal guidance.

4. Students will collaborate and work in a team and independently on their research projects.

5. Students will communicate and present their research with weekly updates and a final poster presentation.  (The student will be encourage to submit and possibly present their research at a state or national conference).

6. Students will build an up-to-date laboratory notebook of their processes and findings.

7. Students will validate their work with proper scientific ethics and act ethically.

8. Students will test data, materials, and equipment in order to carry out their experimental design and data analysis in an appropriate manner so that any outcomes may have the possibility to be submitted for possible publishing in a scientific journal.

PTA.-102 Physical Therapy I

Credits 2 / 1 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Coordinator’s signature required to register; Placement into ENGL-100 (ACSR-100), completion of ELAP-120 with a 2.0, or completion of RDNG-030, ACLT-075 or ACLT-076; BIOL-151  and PSYC-281 . Pre- or Co-requisite: PTA.-102L, BIOL-152 , OTPT-100 and OTPT-113.
A study of the history and practice of physical therapy including an understanding of various health care settings; theory and practical application of basic Physical Therapy data collection and treatment interventions; and an introduction to patient care note writing.

Course Outcomes
Unit I: Introduction to Physical Therapy

1. Define physical therapy and state primary goals for care. 2. Outline the history of physical therapy. 3. Describe structure and function of health care settings including: acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient orthopedics and rehabilitation, community care settings, home health care and industrial care. 4. Describe members of the health care team in various settings. 5. Describe and discuss the roles and responsibilities of physical therapy personnel. 6. Define a glossary of terms and abbreviations used in medicine and physical therapy. 7. Write patient care notes using SOAP format. 8. Describe and discuss psychological and physical barriers to handicapped access in a variety of settings. 9. Discuss understanding of physical therapy, comparing clinical observation with class discussion. 10. Perform values self-assessment and relate its importance to the patient care environment. 11. Interact with other members of the health care team in patient-care and non patient-care activities (simulated) 12. Recognize the role of the physical therapist assistant in the clinical education of physical therapist assistant students 13. Service Learning: to provide OTA and PTA students an opportunity to collaborate on a service learning activity.

Unit II: Basic Physical Therapy Data Collection and Interventions

14. Describe vital signs and recognize normal and abnormal values of BP, HR, temperature, and respiration. 15. Measure standard vital signs in lab setting. 16. Describe the purpose of universal precautions/infection control including hand-washing, use of protective barrier equipment in the clinic 17. Teach gait activities a. Fitting of assistive devices (walker, axillary crutches, cane) b. Basic gait patterns (standard and modified 3 point) c. Demonstrate safe technique and progression d. Describe the safety, status, and progression of patients while engaged in gait. 18. Perform thermal modalities (hot packs, paraffin, fluidotherapy, cold pack, contrast bath, ice massage, vapocoolant spray, US, SWD) interventions under supervision of a physical therapist including: a. preparation of equipment/patient b. explanation of procedure/purpose of modality c. safety precautions followed: skin inspection, H-C test, bell within reach, contraindications, standard (universal) precautions d. positioning of patient/modality e. monitor patient response f. respond to patient check g. effectiveness of treatment h. infection control behavior/consideration

PTA.-102L Physical Therapy I Lab

Credits 0 / 3 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100), completion of ELAP-120 with a 2.0, or completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076 ; BIOL-151 , PSYC-281 / Pre- or Co-requisite: BIOL-152 , OTPT-100, OTPT-113  and PTA.-102  
The lab section of the study of the history and practice of physical therapy including an understanding of various health care settings; theory and practical application of basic Physical Therapy data collection and treatment interventions; and an introduction to patient care note writing.

Course Outcomes
Unit I: Introduction to Physical Therapy

1. Define physical therapy and state primary goals for care. 2. Outline the history of physical therapy. 3. Describe structure and function of health care settings including: acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient orthopedics and rehabilitation, community care settings, home health care and industrial care. 4. Describe members of the health care team in various settings. 5. Describe and discuss the roles and responsibilities of physical therapy personnel. 6. Define a glossary of terms and abbreviations used in medicine and physical therapy. 7. Write patient care notes using SOAP format. 8. Describe and discuss psychological and physical barriers to handicapped access in a variety of settings. 9. Discuss understanding of physical therapy, comparing clinical observation with class discussion. 10. Perform values self-assessment and relate its importance to the patient care environment. 11. Interact with other members of the health care team in patient-care and non patient-care activities (simulated) 12. Recognize the role of the physical therapist assistant in the clinical education of physical therapist assistant students 13. Service Learning: to provide OTA and PTA students an opportunity to collaborate on a service learning activity.

Unit II: Basic Physical Therapy Data Collection and Interventions

14. Describe vital signs and recognize normal and abnormal values of BP, HR, temperature, and respiration. 15. Measure standard vital signs in lab setting. 16. Describe the purpose of universal precautions/infection control including hand-washing, use of protective barrier equipment in the clinic 17. Teach gait activities a. Fitting of assistive devices (walker, axillary crutches, cane) b. Basic gait patterns (standard and modified 3 point) c. Demonstrate safe technique and progression d. Describe the safety, status, and progression of patients while engaged in gait. 18. Perform thermal modalities (hot packs, paraffin, fluidotherapy, cold pack, contrast bath, ice massage, vapocoolant spray, US, SWD) interventions under supervision of a physical therapist including: a. preparation of equipment/patient b. explanation of procedure/purpose of modality c. safety precautions followed: skin inspection, H-C test, bell within reach, contraindications, standard (universal) precautions d. positioning of patient/modality e. monitor patient response f. respond to patient check g. effectiveness of treatment h. infection control behavior/consideration

PTA.-104 Physical Therapy II

Credits 4 / 1.5 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Division signature required; Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100), completion of ELAP-120 with a 2.0, or completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076 ; BIOL-152 , OTPT-113 , OTPT-114 and PTA.-102 . Co-requisite: PTA.-104C  and PTA.-104L .
This course addresses current hospital equipment and procedures related to physical therapy. Performance and problem solving of physical therapy interventions including mobility and positioning transfer techniques sterile techniques wound and burn care and physical agents. Pathology etiology clinical findings medical treatment prognosis and precautions for selected integument pathologies. Laboratory and clinical application of basic physical therapy interventions data collection communication safety and professional behaviors.

Course Outcomes
Unit I Professionalism  1. Compare/contrast roles of the PT, PTA, physical therapy aide, including examples of activities not appropriate for the PTA and aide. 2. Describe the relationships and responsibilities of the ACCE, CCCE, CI and student. 3. Recognizes the role of the physical therapist assistant in the clinical education of physical therapy assistant students. 4. Identify patient rights including HIPAA and informed consent. 5. Describe and discuss ethical standards as defined by the APTA Standards of Ethical Conduct for the PTA, including case studies. 6. Demonstrates an awareness of social responsibility, citizenship and advocacy.

Unit II: Communication, Basic Care/ADL 1) Communicate verbally and non-verbally with the patient, the physical therapist, health care delivery personnel, and others in an effective, appropriate, and capable manner. 2) Completes thorough, accurate, logical, concise, timely, and legible documentation that follows guidelines and specific documentation formats required by state practice acts, the practice setting, and other regulatory agencies. 3) Recognize individual and cultural differences and responds appropriately in all aspects of physical therapy services. 4) Role-play a variety of situations using appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication techniques including: paraphrasing and active listening 5) Identify appropriate educational techniques used for patient/family education 6) Participate in educating patients and caregivers as directed by the supervising physical therapist. 7) Provide patient-related instruction to patients, family members, and caregivers to achieve patient outcomes based on the plan of care established by the physical therapist. 8) Use effective/appropriate teaching techniques during lab simulations and on competency check-offs 9) Drape/position in various positions for routine patients and patients with special needs 10) Describe precautions when treating a patient requiring special care equipment 11) Describe normal and abnormal changes in vital signs resulting from exercise or other factors 12) Describe the protocol for resolving emergencies related to a patient using special care equipment 13) List special care equipment and its purpose/function 14) Take appropriate action in an emergency situation. 15) Adjust interventions within the plan of care established by the physical therapist in response to patient clinical indications and report to the supervising physical therapist. 16) Recognize when intervention should not be provided due to changes in the patient’s status and report to the supervising physical therapist. 17) Perform a physical therapy treatment in a special care unit or in the presence of special support equipment 18) Use good body mechanics in the lab/clinic environment for various activities 19) Perform and teach mat/bed mobility activities including: slide-to-side, scooting, supine to side-lying, supine to prone and return and supine to sitting and return 20) Perform and instruct patients/family in transfers including: pivot, sitting, recumbent, 2 and 3 person lifts, WC to floor and return and transfer aides/devices for various levels of dependency 21) Select transfer and/or mat mobility activity appropriate for the patient’s stated impairments and within the physical therapist’s plan 22) Suggest possible modifications/progression of treatment plan for identified ADL impairments given the patient’s current status 23) Demonstrate the use of the tilt table (including monitoring vitals), and describe precautions, contraindications, and indications.

Unit III: Integumentary Data Collection and Interventions 1) Normal skin structure/function 2) Describe the pathology, etiology, clinical findings, prognosis and medical treatment for selected integument conditions/diseases. (Including data collection and documentation of wound location, size, color and odor) 3) List the goals/treatment of wound care 4) Describe the healing process related to open wounds 5) Define the terms associated with infection control 6) Perform appropriate handwashing technique 7) Perform isolation techniques 8) Perform sterile techniques 9) Identify and describe the use of various types of wound dressings 10) Identify precautions for dressing removal 11) Recognizes viable versus nonviable tissue 12) Apply and remove dressing or agents 13) Recognizes normal/abnormal integument changes 14) Recognizes absent and altered sensation 15) Recognizes activities/positioning/ postures that aggravate/relieve pain or altered sensations, or that can produce associated skin trauma 16) Perform compression wrapping and describe indications, contraindications and precautions.

Unit IV: Physical Agents 1. Describe the electro-magnetic spectrum with regard to commonly used modalities including frequency/wavelength and depth of penetration 2. State the relationship of heat, temperature and dosage 3. State the type of energy transfer for modality 4. State the effects of thermal modalities on inflammation and pain, wound healing 5. Describe for each thermal modality: rationale and principles of its use, physiologic effect, indications/goals, advantages/disadvantages, appropriate sensation noted by client, appropriate dosage, precautions/contraindications/safety measures, care and maintenance of equipment, procedure to teach home use of appropriate modalities 6. Apply knowledge of the physiological effects of the modalities, the indications/ contraindications and advantages/disadvantages of each modality to problem solve and defend the most appropriate modality choice for a patient given case scenario. 7. Perform thermal modality (hydrotherapy) interventions including: a. preparation of equipment/patient b. explanation of procedure/purpose of modality c. safety precautions followed: skin inspection, H-C test, bell within reach, contraindications, standard (universal) precautions d. positioning of patient/modality e. monitor patient response f. respond to patient check i. effectiveness of treatment j. care and maintenance of equipment k. infection control behavior/considerations 8. Describe the following in relationship to use of hydrotherapy in wound care a. special considerations of hydrotherapy with a skin graft b. whirlpool additives 9. Describe the following for therapeutic massage/STM: a. the rationale and principles b. the purpose of each of the strokes used c. the indications/goals d. the precautions/contraindications e. positioning, draping, dosage and other considerations 10. Perform an effective therapeutic massage and/or soft tissue mobilization with the following considerations: a. goals/indications b. contraindications/precautions c. type of stroke(s) appropriate for goal(s) d. dosage: amount of pressure, duration, speed, e. monitor patient response f. respond to patient’s feedback g. body mechanics h. positioning/draping of patient for maximal effectiveness of treatment l. infection control

Unit V: Gait Training on stairs and uneven surfaces. a. Demonstrate gait training on uneven surfaces and stairs with a variety of assistive devices (walker, cane, crutches). b. Demonstrate competency in all safety areas with gait training on uneven surfaces and stairs (i.e. Student/patient positioning, instruction, use of gait belt).

PTA.-104C Physical Therapy II Clinic

PTA.-104L Physical Therapy II Lab

Credits 0 / 3 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100), completion of ELAP-120 with a 2.0, or completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076 ; BIOL-152 , OTPT-113 , OTPT-114 and PTA.-102 . Note: Division signature required. Co-requisite: PTA.-104 , PTA.-104C ;
The lab section of the course which addresses current hospital equipment and procedures related to physical therapy. Performance and problem solving of physical therapy interventions including mobility and positioning transfer techniques sterile techniques wound and burn care and physical agents. Pathology etiology clinical findings medical treatment prognosis and precautions for selected integument pathologies. Laboratory and clinical application of basic physical therapy interventions data collection communication safety and professional behaviors.

Course Outcomes
Unit I Professionalism  1. Compare/contrast roles of the PT, PTA, physical therapy aide, including examples of activities not appropriate for the PTA and aide. 2. Describe the relationships and responsibilities of the ACCE, CCCE, CI and student. 3. Recognizes the role of the physical therapist assistant in the clinical education of physical therapy assistant students. 4. Identify patient rights including HIPAA and informed consent. 5. Describe and discuss ethical standards as defined by the APTA Standards of Ethical Conduct for the PTA, including case studies. 6. Demonstrates an awareness of social responsibility, citizenship and advocacy.

Unit II: Communication, Basic Care/ADL 1) Communicate verbally and non-verbally with the patient, the physical therapist, health care delivery personnel, and others in an effective, appropriate, and capable manner. 2) Completes thorough, accurate, logical, concise, timely, and legible documentation that follows guidelines and specific documentation formats required by state practice acts, the practice setting, and other regulatory agencies. 3) Recognize individual and cultural differences and responds appropriately in all aspects of physical therapy services. 4) Role-play a variety of situations using appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication techniques including: paraphrasing and active listening 5) Identify appropriate educational techniques used for patient/family education 6) Participate in educating patients and caregivers as directed by the supervising physical therapist. 7) Provide patient-related instruction to patients, family members, and caregivers to achieve patient outcomes based on the plan of care established by the physical therapist. 8) Use effective/appropriate teaching techniques during lab simulations and on competency check-offs 9) Drape/position in various positions for routine patients and patients with special needs 10) Describe precautions when treating a patient requiring special care equipment 11) Describe normal and abnormal changes in vital signs resulting from exercise or other factors 12) Describe the protocol for resolving emergencies related to a patient using special care equipment 13) List special care equipment and its purpose/function 14) Take appropriate action in an emergency situation. 15) Adjust interventions within the plan of care established by the physical therapist in response to patient clinical indications and report to the supervising physical therapist. 16) Recognize when intervention should not be provided due to changes in the patient’s status and report to the supervising physical therapist. 17) Perform a physical therapy treatment in a special care unit or in the presence of special support equipment 18) Use good body mechanics in the lab/clinic environment for various activities 19) Perform and teach mat/bed mobility activities including: slide-to-side, scooting, supine to side-lying, supine to prone and return and supine to sitting and return 20) Perform and instruct patients/family in transfers including: pivot, sitting, recumbent, 2 and 3 person lifts, WC to floor and return and transfer aides/devices for various levels of dependency 21) Select transfer and/or mat mobility activity appropriate for the patient’s stated impairments and within the physical therapist’s plan 22) Suggest possible modifications/progression of treatment plan for identified ADL impairments given the patient’s current status 23) Demonstrate the use of the tilt table (including monitoring vitals), and describe precautions, contraindications, and indications.

Unit III: Integumentary Data Collection and Interventions 1) Normal skin structure/function 2) Describe the pathology, etiology, clinical findings, prognosis and medical treatment for selected integument conditions/diseases. (Including data collection and documentation of wound location, size, color and odor) 3) List the goals/treatment of wound care 4) Describe the healing process related to open wounds 5) Define the terms associated with infection control 6) Perform appropriate handwashing technique 7) Perform isolation techniques 8) Perform sterile techniques 9) Identify and describe the use of various types of wound dressings 10) Identify precautions for dressing removal 11) Recognizes viable versus nonviable tissue 12) Apply and remove dressing or agents 13) Recognizes normal/abnormal integument changes 14) Recognizes absent and altered sensation 15) Recognizes activities/positioning/ postures that aggravate/relieve pain or altered sensations, or that can produce associated skin trauma 16) Perform compression wrapping and describe indications, contraindications and precautions.

Unit IV: Physical Agents 1. Describe the electro-magnetic spectrum with regard to commonly used modalities including frequency/wavelength and depth of penetration 2. State the relationship of heat, temperature and dosage 3. State the type of energy transfer for modality 4. State the effects of thermal modalities on inflammation and pain, wound healing 5. Describe for each thermal modality: rationale and principles of its use, physiologic effect, indications/goals, advantages/disadvantages, appropriate sensation noted by client, appropriate dosage, precautions/contraindications/safety measures, care and maintenance of equipment, procedure to teach home use of appropriate modalities 6. Apply knowledge of the physiological effects of the modalities, the indications/ contraindications and advantages/disadvantages of each modality to problem solve and defend the most appropriate modality choice for a patient given case scenario. 7. Perform thermal modality (hydrotherapy) interventions including: a. preparation of equipment/patient b. explanation of procedure/purpose of modality c. safety precautions followed: skin inspection, H-C test, bell within reach, contraindications, standard (universal) precautions d. positioning of patient/modality e. monitor patient response f. respond to patient check i. effectiveness of treatment j. care and maintenance of equipment k. infection control behavior/considerations 8. Describe the following in relationship to use of hydrotherapy in wound care a. special considerations of hydrotherapy with a skin graft b. whirlpool additives 9. Describe the following for therapeutic massage/STM: a. the rationale and principles b. the purpose of each of the strokes used c. the indications/goals d. the precautions/contraindications e. positioning, draping, dosage and other considerations 10. Perform an effective therapeutic massage and/or soft tissue mobilization with the following considerations: a. goals/indications b. contraindications/precautions c. type of stroke(s) appropriate for goal(s) d. dosage: amount of pressure, duration, speed, e. monitor patient response f. respond to patient’s feedback g. body mechanics h. positioning/draping of patient for maximal effectiveness of treatment l. infection control

Unit V: Gait Training on stairs and uneven surfaces. a. Demonstrate gait training on uneven surfaces and stairs with a variety of assistive devices (walker, cane, crutches). b. Demonstrate competency in all safety areas with gait training on uneven surfaces and stairs (i.e. Student/patient positioning, instruction, use of gait belt).

PTA.-114 PTA Data Collection

PTA.-202 Musculoskeletal Interventions I

PTA.-202L Musculoskeletal Interventions I Lab

PTA.-204 Musculoskeletal Conditions II

PTA.-204L Musculoskeletal Conditions II Lab

PTA.-205 Life Span

PTA.-205L Life Span Lab

PTA.-208 Physical Agents

Credits 2 / 1 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100), completion of ELAP-120 with a 2.0, or completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076 ; PTA.-202 . Note: Division signature required. Pre- or Co-Requisite: PTA.-204  and PTA.-208L  
Physical and physiological principles underlying the application of pelvic traction, intermittent pneumatic compression, therapeutic electricity and biofeedback.  Problem solving and application.

 

Course Outcomes
(ELECTROTHERAPEUTIC AGENTS) 1. Explain effective and appropriate electrical parameters to achieve specific goals a. Analyze the critical requirement for each parameter in the delivery of electrical stimulation (parameters include: polarity, intensity, pulse width, speed of rise, frequency, modulation, interpulse interval, intrapulse interval) b. State the basic principles of physics related to electrical safety c. Differentiate the critical requirements for electrical stimulation to achieve electrical stimulation treatment goals (peripheral nerve injuries, muscle re-education/facilitation, muscle spasm reduction, muscle spasticity reduction, wound healing, edema control, muscle strengthening, reduction of inflammation) d. Describe the indications for electrical stimulation e. Read and understands the health care literature. 2. Explain safety issues with the use of electrical stimulation a. List the contraindications and precautions for electrical stimulation b. Describe the effects of direct current on the skin c. Describe precautions in the use of specific electro-therapeutic equipment d. State the sensations that are appropriate and those that are inappropriate with the use of electrical stimulation 3. Create a presentation related to electrical stimulation a. Review the literature available for a professional research article on the use of electrical stimulation b. Compose a presentation using the format distributed in class as a checklist and on the scoring sheet c. Design a graph, chart, or other type of audiovisual to include in paper and as audio-visual to aid in clarity of presentation. d. correct grammar and spelling with the aid of a professional (available through the Writing Center in the Curtis-Mott Bldg). e. Deliver to the class on the day of the presentation, a completed and corrected copy for each member including faculty 4. Recommend appropriate electrical stimulation treatment procedures a. Detail the appropriate use of coupling media, sponges, straps/tape/vacuum attachment, leads, tips, various types of electrodes (disposable, metal, carbon-impregnated, rubber etc.). b. Contrast bi-polar, monopolar and quadripolar set-up of electrodes c. Describe the configuration of electrodes used in biofeedback d. State the criteria appropriate to determine the location of electrodes for each specific treatment goal e. State the criteria appropriate to determine the location of electrodes for each muscle f. Describe criteria used to select continuous, interrupted, surged, ramped, reciprocal modes to delivery of electrical stimulation 5. Identify appropriate electrical stimulation equipment to achieve specific goals a. Classify electric stimulation equipment b. Assess each piece of electric stimulation equipment for parameters, modes available c. Predict which pieces of electric stimulation equipment are able to achieve specific therapeutic goals 6. Explain the physiology of muscle and nerve function and the impact on parameter/equipment selection. a. Explain the onset of an action potential in nerve b. Explain the onset of an action potential in skeletal muscle c. Clarify the propagation of the impulse in a nerve and in a muscle d. Classify the order in which different muscle and nerve types are recruited normally e. Classify the order in which different muscle and nerve types are recruited electrically f. Predict the effect of current density on the muscle or nerve tissue. g. Describe the effect of changing each parameter on the ability to stimulate muscle h. Describe the effect of changing each parameter on the ability to stimulate a peripheral nerve i. Describe the changes that occur in a nerve following injury j. Describe the two major theories of pain control 7. Explain the principles of physics related to electric current production, transmission, control and electric safety a. Define a list of terms related to electrical stimulation to include: voltage, ampere, alternating current, direct current, resistance, modulation, electromotive force, current flow, peak amplitude, pulse width, frequency or rate. b. Explain how the following will effect the ability of a current to stimulate a muscle or nerve: waveform, speed of rise, ramp time, duty cycle, frequency, monopolar or bipolar set-up, intensity, pulse duration, interpulse interval, intrapulse interval, polarity of current. c. Differentiate between a monopolar set-up and bipolar set-up and the benefits/detriment and requirements of each. d. Summarize the effect of constant current versus constant voltage equipment and appropriate safety requirements for either type of equipment. 8. Locate and stimulate the motor points for all the muscles listed in chart in textbook 9. Perform correct monopolar and bi-polar electrode placement 10. Modify/identify the following controls on the available electrical stimulation equipment: waveform, modulation, duty cycle, frequency, pulse duration, intensity control and range of intensity available 11. Apply electro-therapeutic treatment procedures accurately, safely/effectively with the following goals: a. muscle re-education/facilitation b. enhance muscle integrity/strengthening c. muscle fatigue d. reduction of spasticity e. wound healing f. edema control g. increase ROM h. apply iontophoresis accurately, safely and effectively 12. Perform EMG biofeedback accurately, effectively 13. Perform electro-analgesia interventions safely and effectively: a. position and prepare patient for application of T.E.N.S. and/or other electro-analgesic treatment (includes interferential, HVPGS and PLS) b. use safety measures during treatment c. perform electro-analgesic treatment safely, accurately, effectively and efficiently d. problem solve parameter adjustment and electrode placement given specific goals and problem list e. instruct “patient’ in home use of electro-analgesic equipment f. administer standardized questionnaires, graphs, behavioral scales, or visual analog scales for pain 14. Demonstrate knowledge of low level laser therapy (athermal agent), including indications, contraindications, precautions, the physical principles and characteristics. (MECHANICAL AGENTS) 1. Describe the rationale and principles of traction 2. State physiological basis of traction 3. State appropriate goals/indications 4. State precautions/contraindications 5. Describe the procedure and equipment necessary 6. List factors contributing to dosage 7. Describe mechanical principles and rationale for use of intermittent pneumatic compression 8. List physiological effects of intermittent pneumatic compression 9. State indications/goals of intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) 10. State the precautions/contraindications in the use of IPC 11. Describe the procedure and equipment necessary for IPC treatment 12. Perform effective and safe intermittent pneumatic compression treatments 13. Perform effective and safe spinal traction treatments (ATHERMAL AGENTS) 1) Describe the rationale, principles and physiological effects 2) State appropriate goals/indications 2) State precautions/contraindications 4) Describe the procedure 5) List factors contributing to dosage 6) Describe the procedure for establishing a MED with UV 7) Perform an ultraviolet treatment and MED test to include: a. preparation of equipment/patient b. explanation of procedure/purpose c. safety precautions followed: bell, contraindications, goggles, skin inspection d. position patient/equipment e. monitor patient response f. respond to patient check g. effectiveness of treatment 8) Use of effective/appropriate teaching techniques during lab simulations of patient- care situations 

PTA.-208L Physical Agents Lab

PTA.-210 Rehabilitation Procedures I

PTA.-210L Rehabilitation Procedures I Lab

PTA.-212 Rehabilitation Procedures II

PTA.-212L Rehabilitation Procedures II

PTA.-270 Clinical Practice I

PTA.-271 Health Care Management

PTA.-280 Clinical Practice II

PTA.-281 Transitions to the Clinical Setting

Credits 1 / 0.70 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030), completion of ELAP-110 with a minimum grade of 2.0, or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0; PTA.-202, PTA.-210, PTA.-270 and PTA.-271.  Pre- or Co-Requisite: PTA.-205 and PTA.-212 or PTA.-204.
This course will provide a summary of workplace expected professional behaviors, skills review of therapeutic interventions and data collection techniques, professional resume and interview skills, communication and ethical principles, professional licensure registration process and legal implications in practice (jurisprudence exam).  A Mock licensing exam and review of performance will be part of this course.

Course Outcomes
Clinical Preparation:

1. The student will demonstrate knowledge of the clinical forms required for PTA 280 and PTA 290
2. The student will demonstrate understanding of the use of both printed and electronic copies of the CPI (Clinical Performance Instrument) for self evaluation and CI evaluation of student
3. The student will participate in classroom discussion of student/CI communication strategies and mini scenarios

Capstone Review:

1. The student will demonstrate knowledge and performance of the following clinical skills via review stations and case study practice:
a. Interventions-
i. Functional training including activities of daily living including, body mechanics, mat activities, and transfer activities
ii. Gait training:
Fitting of assistive devices (walker, axillary crutches, cane)
Basic gait patterns (standard and modified 3 point)
Demonstrate safe technique and progression
Describe the safety, status, and progression of patients while engaged in gait
iii. Infection control procedures including universal precautions, isolation techniques and sterile technique
iv. Manual therapy techniques including PROM and therapeutic massage
v. Physical agents and mechanical agents including athermal agents, cryotherapy, hydrotherapy, superficial and deep thermal agents
vi. Therapeutic exercise including aerobic conditioning, breathing exercise and coughing technique, conditioning and reconditioning, posture awareness training, ROM exercises for spine and upper extremity, stretching exercises for spine and upper extremity, strengthening exercises for spine and upper extremity
vii. Wound management including application and removal of dressing or agents, including precautions
b. Data Collection -
i. Measurement of standard vital signs
ii. Measurement of height, weight, length and girth
iii. Describe the safety, status, and progression of patients during gait
iv. Recognizes absent or altered sensation
v. Recognizes normal and abnormal integumentary changes
vi. Recognizes activities, positioning and postures that aggravate or relieve pain or altered sensations.
vii. Recognizes viable vs. nonviable tissue
viii. Recognizes normal and abnormal joint movement
ix. Measures muscle strength by MMT
x. Observe the presence or absence of muscle mass
xi. Recognizes normal and abnormal muscle length for spine and upper extremity
xii. Administers standardized questionnaire, graphs, behavioral scales or visual analog scales for pain
xiii. Describes resting posture in any position
xiv. Recognizes alignment of trunk and extremities at rest and during activities
xv. Measures functional and goniometric ROM
xvi. Recognizes cyanosis
xvii. Recognizes activities that aggravate or relieve edema, pain, dyspnea or other symptoms
xviii. Documents sputum characteristics

Professional Behaviors:
1. The student will be able to demonstrate understanding of the following professional behavior expectations:
a. conduct that reflects a commitment to meet the expectations of members of society receiving health care services.
i. Maintains patient privacy and modesty
ii. Maintains confidentiality
b. conduct that reflects a commitment to meet the expectations of members of the profession of physical therapy.
i. Interacts professionally with others.
ii. Accepts constructive criticism
iii. Modifies behavior based on self-evaluation and constructive criticism
iv. Conducts self in a responsible manner.
v. Punctual and dependable
vi. Follows facility policies and procedures
vii. Demonstrates initiative
viii. Adapts to change
2. The student will be able to analyze personal professional behaviors and identify areas needing greater awareness or improvement.

Licensure and Jurisprudence Process:
1. The student will demonstrate understanding of licensure registration process and timeline.
2. The student will review for and be able to complete the state level jurisprudence module.
3. The student will be able to successfully register for the licensure examination.
4. The student will have initial exposure to the licensing exam format and question types via an at home mock licensing exam.

Ethical Conduct :
1. The student will be able to recognize and analyze ethical situations when present, and utilize the RIPS model to help with decision making when faced with an ethical situation.

Communication:
1. The student will describe means of communication verbally and non-verbally with the patient, the physical therapist, health care delivery personnel, and others in an effective, appropriate, and capable manner.
2. The student will apply effective communication via case studies in the lab using motivational interviewing, and problem solving rubric.

Professional Portfolio:
1. The student will be able to maintain a professional portfolio as per program requirements in preparation for full time transition to the clinical setting.

PTA.-281L Transitions to the Clinical Setting Lab

Credits 0 / 0.90 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0; PTA.-202, PTA.-210, PTA.-270 and PTA.-271. Note: Division signature required. Pre- or Co-Requisite: PTA.-205 and PTA.-212 or PTA.-204.
Course Outcomes
Clinical Preparation:

1. The student will demonstrate knowledge of the clinical forms required for PTA 280 and PTA 290
2. The student will demonstrate understanding of the use of both printed and electronic copies of the CPI (Clinical Performance Instrument) for self evaluation and CI evaluation of student
3. The student will participate in classroom discussion of student/CI communication strategies and mini scenarios

Capstone Review:

1. The student will demonstrate knowledge and performance of the following clinical skills via review stations and case study practice:
a. Interventions-
i. Functional training including activities of daily living including, body mechanics, mat activities, and transfer activities
ii. Gait training:
Fitting of assistive devices (walker, axillary crutches, cane)
Basic gait patterns (standard and modified 3 point)
Demonstrate safe technique and progression
Describe the safety, status, and progression of patients while engaged in gait
iii. Infection control procedures including universal precautions, isolation techniques and sterile technique
iv. Manual therapy techniques including PROM and therapeutic massage
v. Physical agents and mechanical agents including athermal agents, cryotherapy, hydrotherapy, superficial and deep thermal agents
vi. Therapeutic exercise including aerobic conditioning, breathing exercise and coughing technique, conditioning and reconditioning, posture awareness training, ROM exercises for spine and upper extremity, stretching exercises for spine and upper extremity, strengthening exercises for spine and upper extremity
vii. Wound management including application and removal of dressing or agents, including precautions
b. Data Collection -
i. Measurement of standard vital signs
ii. Measurement of height, weight, length and girth
iii. Describe the safety, status, and progression of patients during gait
iv. Recognizes absent or altered sensation
v. Recognizes normal and abnormal integumentary changes
vi. Recognizes activities, positioning and postures that aggravate or relieve pain or altered sensations.
vii. Recognizes viable vs. nonviable tissue
viii. Recognizes normal and abnormal joint movement
ix. Measures muscle strength by MMT
x. Observe the presence or absence of muscle mass
xi. Recognizes normal and abnormal muscle length for spine and upper extremity
xii. Administers standardized questionnaire, graphs, behavioral scales or visual analog scales for pain
xiii. Describes resting posture in any position
xiv. Recognizes alignment of trunk and extremities at rest and during activities
xv. Measures functional and goniometric ROM
xvi. Recognizes cyanosis
xvii. Recognizes activities that aggravate or relieve edema, pain, dyspnea or other symptoms
xviii. Documents sputum characteristics

Professional Behaviors:
1. The student will be able to demonstrate understanding of the following professional behavior expectations:
a. conduct that reflects a commitment to meet the expectations of members of society receiving health care services.
i. Maintains patient privacy and modesty
ii. Maintains confidentiality
b. conduct that reflects a commitment to meet the expectations of members of the profession of physical therapy.
i. Interacts professionally with others.
ii. Accepts constructive criticism
iii. Modifies behavior based on self-evaluation and constructive criticism
iv. Conducts self in a responsible manner.
v. Punctual and dependable
vi. Follows facility policies and procedures
vii. Demonstrates initiative
viii. Adapts to change
2. The student will be able to analyze personal professional behaviors and identify areas needing greater awareness or improvement.

Licensure and Jurisprudence Process:
1. The student will demonstrate understanding of licensure registration process and timeline.
2. The student will review for and be able to complete the state level jurisprudence module.
3. The student will be able to successfully register for the licensure examination.
4. The student will have initial exposure to the licensing exam format and question types via an at home mock licensing exam.

Ethical Conduct :
1. The student will be able to recognize and analyze ethical situations when present, and utilize the RIPS model to help with decision making when faced with an ethical situation.

Communication:
1. The student will describe means of communication verbally and non-verbally with the patient, the physical therapist, health care delivery personnel, and others in an effective, appropriate, and capable manner.
2. The student will apply effective communication via case studies in the lab using motivational interviewing, and problem solving rubric.

Professional Portfolio:
1. The student will be able to maintain a professional portfolio as per program requirements in preparation for full time transition to the clinical setting.

PTA.-290 Clinical Practice III

PTA.-290L Clinical Practice

PTA.-291 Didactic Capstone

Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030), completion of ELAP-110 with a minimum grade of 2.0, or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0; Division signature  required. Students must attend Board Review weekend on announced date. Pre-requisite: PTA.-202, PTA.-210, PTA.-270, PTA.-271, PTA.-204, PTA.-212, PTA.-205, PTA.-208, PTA.-280 and PTA.-281.  Co-requisite: PTA.-290.
This course will follow a weekend long board exam preparation course conducted by an outside vendor, and review critical categories in didactic PTA education to ensure solid understanding and application to high level questions.  The course will require students to utilize prior learning, test taking strategies, and independent and group study.

Course Outcomes
Didactic Capstone Review:  The student will discuss, explain, and demonstrate ability to answer high level questioning, and perform self assessment in areas needing improvement, in the following areas: (per CAPTE standards and elements for PTA programs)

Ethics, Values and Responsibilities

7D1Adhere to legal practice standards, including all federal, state, and institutional regulations related to patient/client care and fiscal management.

7D2Report to appropriate authorities suspected cases of abuse of vulnerable populations.

7D3Report to appropriate authorities suspected cases of fraud and abuse related to the utilization of and payment for physical therapy and other health care services.

7D4Perform duties in a manner consistent with the Guide for Conduct of the Physical Therapist Assistant (APTA) and Standards of Ethical Conduct (APTA) to meet the expectations of patients, members of the physical therapy profession, and other providers as necessary.

7D5Perform duties in a manner consistent with APTA’s Values Based Behaviors for the Physical Therapist Assistant.

7D6Implement, in response to an ethical situation, a plan of action that demonstrates sound moral reasoning congruent with core professional ethics and values.

 7D7Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, including patients/clients, family members, caregivers, practitioners, interprofessional team members, consumers, payers, and policymakers.

7D8Identify, respect, and act with consideration for patients’/clients’ differences, values, preferences, and expressed needs in all work-related activities.

7D9Apply current knowledge, theory, and clinical judgment while considering the patient/client perspective and the environment, based on the plan of care established by the physical therapist.

7D10Identify basic concepts in professional literature including, but not limited to, validity, reliability and level of statistical significance.

7D11Identify and integrate appropriate evidence based resources to support clinical decision-making for progression of the patient within the plan of care established by the physical therapist.

7D12Effectively educate others using teaching methods that are commensurate with the needs of the patient, caregiver or healthcare personnel.

7D13Participate in professional and community organizations that provide opportunities for volunteerism, advocacy and leadership.

7D14Identify career development and lifelong learning opportunities, including the role of the physical therapist assistant in the clinical education of physical therapist assistant students.

Patient/Client Management

7D15Interview patients/clients, caregivers, and family to obtain current information related to prior and current level of function and general health status (e.g., fatigue, fever, malaise, unexplained weight change).

7D16Use the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) to describe a patient’s/client’s impairments, activity and participation limitations.

Plan of Care

7D17Communicate an understanding of the plan of care developed by the physical therapist to achieve short and long term goals and intended outcomes.

7D18Review health records (e.g., lab values, diagnostic tests, specialty reports, narrative, consults, and physical therapy documentation) prior to carrying out the PT plan of care.

7D19Monitor and adjust interventions in the plan of care in response to patient/client status and clinical indications.

7D20Report any changes in patient/client status or progress to the supervising physical therapist.

7D21Determine when an intervention should not be performed due to clinical indications or when the direction to perform the intervention is beyond that which is appropriate for the physical therapist assistant.

7D22Contribute to the discontinuation of episode of care planning and follow-up processes as directed by the supervising physical therapist.

Intervention

7D23Demonstrate competence in implementing selected components of interventions identified in the plan of care established by the physical therapist. Interventions include:

1. Airway Clearance Techniques: breathing exercises, coughing techniques and secretion mobilization
2. Application of Devices and Equipment:  assistive / adaptive devices and prosthetic and orthotic devices
3. Biophysical Agents: biofeedback, electrotherapeutic agents,  compression therapies, cryotherapy, hydrotherapy, superficial and deep thermal agents, traction and light therapies
4. Functional Training in Self-Care and in Domestic, Education, Work, Community, Social, and Civic Life
5. Manual Therapy Techniques: passive range of motion and therapeutic massage
6. Motor Function Training (balance, gait, etc.)
7. Patient/Client Education
8. Therapeutic Exercise
9. Wound Management: isolation techniques, sterile technique, application and removal of dressing or agents, and identification of precautions for dressing removal

Test and Measures

7D24Demonstrate competence in performing components of data collection skills essential for carrying out the plan of care by administering appropriate tests and measures (before, during and after interventions) for the following areas:

1. Aerobic Capacity and Endurance:  measurement of standard vital signs; recognize and monitor responses to positional changes and activities (e.g., orthostatic hypotension, response to exercise)
2. Anthropometrical Characteristics: measurements of height, weight, length and girth
3. Mental Functions: detect changes in a patient’s state of arousal, mentation and cognition)
4. Assistive Technology:  identify the individual’s and caregiver’s ability to care for the device; recognize changes in skin condition and safety factors while using devices and equipment
5. Gait, Locomotion, and Balance: determine the safety, status, and progression of patients while engaged in gait, locomotion, balance, wheelchair management and mobility
6. Integumentary Integrity:  detect absent or altered sensation; normal and abnormal integumentary changes; activities, positioning, and postures that aggravate or relieve pain or altered sensations, or that can produce associated skin trauma; and recognize viable versus nonviable tissue
7. Joint Integrity and Mobility:  detect normal and abnormal joint movement
8. Muscle Performance: measure muscle strength by manual muscle testing; observe the presence or absence of muscle mass; recognize normal and abnormal muscle length, and changes in muscle tone
9. Neuromotor Development: detect gross motor milestones, fine motor milestones, and righting and equilibrium reactions
10. Pain: administer standardized questionnaires, graphs, behavioral scales, or visual analog scales for pain; recognize activities, positioning, and postures that aggravate or relieve pain or altered sensations
11. Posture: determine normal and abnormal alignment of trunk and extremities at rest and during activities
12. Range of Motion: measure functional range of motion and measure range of motion using an appropriate measurement device
13. Self-Care and Civic, Community, Domestic,  Education, Social and Work Life:  inspect the physical environment and measure physical spaces; recognize safety and barriers in the home, community and work environments; recognize level of functional status; administer standardized questionnaires to patients and others
14. Ventilation, Respiration and Circulation: detect signs and symptoms of respiratory distress, and activities that aggravate or relieve edema, pain, dyspnea, or other symptoms; describe thoracoabdominal movements and breathing patterns with activity, and cough and sputum characteristics

7D25Complete accurate documentation that follows guidelines and specific documentation formats required by state practice acts, the practice setting, and other regulatory agencies.

7D26Respond effectively to patient/client and environmental emergencies that commonly occur in the clinical setting.

Participation in Health Care Environment

7D27Contribute to efforts to increase patient and healthcare provider safety.

7D28Participate in the provision of patient-centered interprofessional collaborative care.

7D29Participate in performance improvement activities (quality assurance).

Practice Management

7D30Describe aspects of organizational planning and operation of the physical therapy service.

7D31Describe accurate and timely information for billing and payment purposes.

PHYS-281 General College Physics I

PHYS-281L General College Physics I Lab

PHYS-282 General College Physics II

PHYS-282L General College Physics II Lab

PHYS-287 General Physics I

PHYS-287L General Physics I Lab

Credits 0 / 2 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030), completion of ELAP-110 with a minimum grade of 2.0, or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0. 

  Co-requisite: PHYS-287  
This is the lab section of the course which is designed to provide students who are planning majors in engineering or physical science programs with a basic understanding of the physical principles of mechanics sound and heat.

Course Outcomes
The objective is to give the pre-physics and pre-engineering major a sound basis in mechanics, oscillations, gravitation, fluids, waves motion, and thermodynamics

PHYS-288 General Physics II

Credits 5 / 5 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030), completion of ELAP-110 with a minimum grade of 2.0, or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0;  PHYS-287 .

  Co-requisite: PHYS-288L .
This course provides an advanced understanding of the physical principles of electricity light and other physical principles. It is designed for students who are planning majors in engineering or physical science.

Course Outcomes
The objective is to give the pre-physics and pre-engineering major a sound basis in electricity, magnetism, alternating currents, oscillatory motion, and optics.

PHYS-288L General Physics II Lab

Credits 0 / 2 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030), completion of ELAP-110 with a minimum grade of 2.0, or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0; PHYS-287  

  Co-requisite: PHYS-288  
This is the lab section of the course which provides an advanced understanding of the physical principles of electricity light and other physical principles. It is designed for students who are planning majors in engineering or physical science.

Course Outcomes
The objective is to give the pre-physics and pre-engineering major a sound basis in electricity, magnetism, alternating currents, oscillatory motion, and optics.

PSCN-170 Introduction to American Government

PSCN-173 State and Local Government

PSCN-175 Civil Liberties

Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016); PSCN 170  with a minimum 2.0
This course is a survey of the courts the Constitution and politics that affect civil liberties. Topics include freedom of speech press religion criminal rights and civil rights laws.

Course Outcomes
1.     Outline the institutional powers and constraints of the US Supreme Court

2.     Explain methods of constitutional interpretation including originalism, textualism, structural analysis, pragmatism and polling jurisdictions.

3.     Evaluate the impact of landmark Supreme Court cases on the civil liberties contained in the Bill of Rights including: freedom of expression and assembly, freedom of religion, the right to bear arms, the rights of the criminally accused, right to privacy and types of punishments. 

4.     Explain the factors that contribute to judicial decision making

5.     Outline the civil liberties provisions contained in the Bill of Rights

6.     Describe the incorporation doctrine

7.     Explain the limits to freedom of expression

8.     Outline the provisions contained in the 13th, 14th and 15th amendments

9.     Evaluate the impact of the civil rights amendments on addressing discrimination, voting rights and representation

10. Analyze the impact of landmark Supreme Court cases on civil rights

11. Describe the day to day functioning of the Supreme Court

12. Evaluate the impact of statutory civil rights laws  

PSCN-177 Introduction to Public Administration

PSCN-275 Comparative Government

Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
A comparative study of the structures functions issues and performance of governments today. Topics include: methods and concepts of comparative analysis; the nation-state; structures institutions and processes of contemporary governments; political ideologies; and political performance.

Course Outcomes
1.     Outline the theories and methods used in comparative politics

2.     Define types of government

3.     Identify governmental institutions and outline their functions

4.     Describe the relationship between cultural norms, traditions and ideologies and politics

5.     Assess the strengths and weaknesses of the US political system by comparing it to others

6.     Evaluate the role non-state actors play in shaping political outcomes

7.     Outline the factors that determine political participation

8.     Describe the relevance of comparative politics

9.     Evaluate democratic and authoritarian regime types

10. Outline factors affecting the likelihood of democratization

11. Describe the evolution of judicial review and assess its importance

12. Evaluate different types of electoral systems

PSYC-181 Applied Psychology

PSYC-184 Exceptional People

1. Compare and contrast provisions of legislation in the United States concerning the educational rights of children and adults with exceptionalities
2. Analyze and evaluate their own cultural norms and values in relation to those of persons with disabilities.
3. Identify the basic causes and etiology of high and low incidence disabilities in schools.
4. Identify the characteristics of high and low incidence disabilities represented in schools.
5. Demonstrate practical and educational skills for effectively working with individuals with disabilities.
6. Identify and explain types of assessments used in the identification of exceptional children
7. Explain best practices and current trends concerning the prevention and remediation of disabilities.
8. Appraise the impact of a disability on the individual and family unit.
9. Describe the ranges of services available for individuals with disabilities in the school system.

PSYC-280 General Psychology Laboratory

PSYC-281 General Psychology

1. Explain basic psychological terminology, concepts, and theories in psychology to explain behavior and mental processes
2. Explain the structures and functions of brain anatomy and their relationship to behavior.
3. Analyze the influences of nature, nurture, and situational factors on behaviors and mental processes.
4. Identify key characteristics of major content domains in psychology (e.g., cognition and learning, memory, developmental, biological, and sociocultural).
5. Recognize major historical events, theoretical perspectives, and figures in psychology and their link to trends in contemporary psychology.
6. Describe examples of relevant and practical applications of psychological principles to everyday life.
7. Demonstrate psychology information literacy
8. Interpret and explain basic psychological research
9. Describe how individual and sociocultural differences can influence the applicability/generalizability of research findings and theories.
10. Express ideas in written formats that reflect basic psychological concepts and principles.
11. Interact effectively with others in interpersonal interactions

PSYC-282 Social Psychology

1. Describe the field of social psychology and the methods used to obtain data and develop theories.  Describe the influence of culture in these theories.
2. Identify elements of both personality and environment that influence behaviors in both individual and group settings.
3. Analyze behaviors using both the Psychoanalytic and Behavioral approaches.
4. Discriminate between conscious/controlled processes and automatic processes within the mind. Identify conditions under which each is utilized.
5. Evaluate how people judge themselves in relation to other people, and the ways in which we are socialized in the family, subculture, and society.
6. Describe how underlying societal norms influence behaviors.
7. Describe the main theories of emotion. Generate examples illustrating each.
8. Identify factors leading to attitude formation and methods used to influence or modify attitudes.
9. Evaluate personal judgments and the processes that lead to prejudice and stereotyping.
10. Describe the different types of aggression. Examine internal and external factors that influence aggressive behavior.
11. Demonstrate knowledge of the various persuasion techniques, predict the efficacy of each, and apply strategies to resist these techniques.
12. Describe the types of prosocial behavior and the variables affecting each.   
13. Identify main influences on decision making and the underlying psychological factors leading to them.
14. Apply social psychological information to life events and identify common critical thinking errors and how these errors are used to influence attitudes and behavior.
15. Describe factors influencing rejection among different age groups and the physiological and psychological ramifications of both rejection and exclusion.

PSYC-283 Theories of Personality

1. Evaluate psychological research methods and assessment in the study of personality
2. Produce an original research investigation and corresponding research paper
3. Explore Psychoanalytic Theory
4. Compare Neo-Freudian Theories
5. Summarize Trait Theories
6. Characterize Humanistic Theories
7. Evaluate Cognitive Theories
8. Express Behavioral Theories
9. Detect Social-Learning Theories
10. Identify Biological Foundations of Personality
11. Differentiate concepts and terms amongst the theories covered

PSYC-285 Child Psychology

1. Identify the changes that take place in the physical development of a child from prenatal development through adolescence.
2. Summarize the changes in sensory and perceptual development that occur throughout infancy.
3. Compare and contrast the different theoretical approaches to language development.
4. Explain the sequence and changes in language development that occur throughout childhood.
5. Describe the changes that take place in the cognitive development of a child, with an emphasis on Piaget’s theory of cognitive development.
6. Differentiate among the many theoretical explanations of personality development in a child.
7. Explain how children develop a sense of self and go on to develop relationships with others.
8. Compare and contrast the four parenting styles and know which is generally deemed most effective as it relates to child development.
9. Evaluate the effects of external influences on child development (e.g., divorce, daycare, early education, siblings, culture, etc.).
10. Define various methods of observation and utilize these methods to collect data.

PSYC-286 Abnormal Psychology

1. Define psychological abnormality and explain the rationale behind it.
2. Compare and contrast historical views of abnormality with current trends.
3. Explain the various assessment techniques and tools that are used to evaluate and diagnose abnormal behavior.
4. Explain the benefits and limitations of diagnosis and classification.
5. List and describe the diagnostic criteria for the main categories of psychological disorders, as is outlined in the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM).
6. Explain the etiology of the disorders from the main theoretical perspectives discussed in the text.
7. Identify gender and demographic influences on the prevalence of disorders.
8. Identify the most effective treatment strategies for the disorders discussed.
9. Apply appropriate diagnosis and treatment to selected case examples and offer rationale for support.
10. Explain how the clinical and legal fields interact to influence the criminal justice system.
11. Summarize the main ethical principles that guide mental health professionals.

PSYC-287 Educational Psychology

PSYC-289 Psychology of Late Adulthood

PSYC-290 Psychology of Adolescence

Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030), completion of ELAP-110 with a minimum grade of 2.0, or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0.  Pre-requisite: PSYC-281  
Adolescent Psychology examines the physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and moral development of adolescents in the contexts of family, peers, school, work, and the media. It discusses major theories, methods of studying adolescents, adolescent development, and contemporary adolescent issues and concerns (e.g., work, school, media, sexuality, and suicide).

This course should be useful to parents, teachers, students, and any individuals who deal with adolescents in their life and work.

Course Outcomes

1. Discuss the historical and modern conceptualizations of adolescence, including G. Stanley hall’s Storm-and-Stress views, Margaret Mead’s views, and stereotypes of adolescence.
2. Evaluate research methods employed in developmental psychology.
3. Produce a paper which synthesizes research in adolescent psychology.
4. Identify the Biological Foundations of adolescent development, including changes in physical development and health.
5. Compare the Cognitive Foundations of adolescent development.
6. Explore the Psychoanalytic Foundations of adolescent development.
7. Investigate topics regarding adolescent development of the “Self” and “Identity”.
8. Examine Emotional and Personality development in adolescence.
9. Explore topics related to Gender & Sexuality in adolescence.
10. Review Moral Development in adolescence.
11. Discuss topics regarding Families and adolescence.
12. Examine Peers & Romantic Relationships in adolescence.
13. Review topics and research related to Schools & adolescence.
14. Explore Achievement, Work, and Careers for adolescents.
15. Contrast topics in Culture & adolescence.
16. Summarize Problems in adolescence.

PSYC-291 Psychology of Human Development

1. Explain the nature-nurture controversy as well as other issues faced by developmental researchers.
2. Explain the three stages of prenatal development as well as any risks or complications involved.
3. Explain the three stages of labor during the birth process as well as any risks or complications involved.
4. Trace the physical development across the lifespan from conception through late adulthood. 
5. Trace the development of the brain and the nervous system. Summarize current research on brain development.
6. Explain cognitive development across the lifespan including the theories of Piaget, Vygotsky, and others as well as the results of current research.
7. Discuss social and personality development across the lifespan including Freud’s theory of psychosexual development, Erikson’s theory of psychosocial development, attachment research, and others.
8. Explain the concept of an adolescent identity crisis and the theories and research associated with the search process.
9. Compare and contrast the theories associated with moral development.
10. List and describe the major health issues faced at each stage of development across the lifespan.
11. Trace the development of self, including self-concept, self-esteem, and gender roles across the life span.
12. Discuss the major challenges faced in each of the adulthood stages including but not limited to career development, midlife crisis, marriage, retirement planning, parenting, and caregiving.
13. Differentiate clinical death, brain death, and social death. Discuss issues surrounding death, dying, and bereavement, including Kubler-Ross’s stages of dying.

RDNG-016 Essential Reading Skills

RDNG-030 Strategic Reading II

Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite effective up to Summer 2020 semester: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0 or ELAP-110 with a minimum grade of 2.0.

Pre-requisite effective Fall 2020 semester: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) or RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of ELAP-110 with a minimum grade of 2.0. Concurrent enrollment in ENGL-099  or placement into ENGL-101  strongly recommended.
Placement into this course is determined by testing. The course advances student skill by providing repeated encounters with written print in an effort to develop a greater understanding of the purposes of construction of meaning and the acquisition of reading strategies and skills.

Course Outcomes
1. Use context clues to determine the meaning of words and phrases as used in a text. 2. Construct meaning from written print citing evidence within the text to explicitly support an analysis of its message. 3. Identify and analyze the organizational text patterns used by authors. 4. Apply reading strategies prior to reading a text, during the reading process, and after completion to determine the purpose, genre, level of text difficulty, text demands, and features. 5. Thoroughly develop a topic from a text by selecting the most significant and relevant facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotations, and other information and examples appropriate to a specific audience’s knowledge of the topic. 6. Analyze and synthesize reading assignments through the use of critical reading and thinking skills. 7. Read and comprehend literary nonfiction proficiently and independently.

RTAD-120 Respiratory Assessment

RTAD-121 Respiratory Principles

RTAD-122 Respiratory Physiology

RTAD-124 Respiratory Pharmacology

RTAD-125 Respiratory Lab I

RTAD-130 Respiratory Techniques

RTAD-132 Respiratory Pathophysiology

RTAD-134 Respiratory Clinical Practice I

RTAD-135 Respiratory Lab II

RTAD-150 Respiratory Procedures

RTAD-154 Respiratory Clinical Practice II

RTAD-155 Respiratory Lab III

RTAD-221 Critical Respiratory Care

RTAD-222 Respiratory Neonatal/Pediatric Care

RTAD-223 Respiratory Clinical Practice III

RTAD-224 Respiratory Clinical/Critical Care

RTAD-225 Respiratory Diagnostics Post Acute Care

RTAD-231 Respiratory Seminar

RTAD-232 Respiratory Exam Preparation

RTAD-233 Respiratory Clinical Practice IV

RUSN-111 Beginning Russian

RUSN-112 Beginning Russian II

RUSN-185 Conversational Russian

RUSN-211 Intermediate Russian I

RUSN-212 Intermediate Russian II

SCI.-101 Scientific Inquiry

SLIE-103 American Sign Language III

SLIE-104 Selected Features of ASL

SLIE-203 ASL Discourse

SLIE-204 American Sign Language IV

SLIE-205 American Sign Language V

SLIE-206 Intro to ASL Linguistics

SLIE-215 Professional Responsibility

Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100), completion of ELAP-120 with a 2.0, or completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076 .

  Pre- or Co-requisite: ASL. 102  
Introduction to the interpreting process code of ethics history of interpreting terminology roles and etiquette of the professional interpreter. Different aspects of interpreting in the educational setting will be investigated including the roles and responsibilities of the educational interpreter working conditions and certification criteria.

Course Outcomes
1. State the Code of ethics as defined by the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf 2. Apply the Code of ethics to hypothetical and real interpreting situations 3. Discuss history of interpreting, the different settings and certifications 4. Role play the role of the interpreter in various setting with consideration for the technical requirements for each setting 5. Assess language preferences and capabilities of consumers 6. Identify reasonable, ethical professional boundaries 7. Explained the function of RID, MIRID, and other agencies/organizations relevant to the itnerpsting profession 8. Describe the meaning and intent of different legislative laws and its impact on the interpreting profession 9. Identify roles of various members of an educational team and explain how the interpreter fits into the concept of an IEPC team

SLIE-220 Processing Skills Development

SLIE-230 ASL to English I

• Students will exhibit a beginning to intermediate level of ASL comprehension, independent of the interpreting process, as measured by vocabulary quizzes and ASL text analysis.

• Students will apply all facets of the ASL to English interpretation process (comprehension, processing, and output) to their interpreting practice as measured by book quizzes, video self analysis, and video projects.

• Students will construct grammatically correct, native sounding spoken English that matches the ASL source/speaker in prosody, intent, and register as measured by video projects and in class interpreting practice.

• Students will construct spoken English interpretations of ASL source messages with a beginning level of accuracy as measured by video projects

• Students will apply appropriate teaming techniques to their ASL to English interpreting practice as measured by in class interpreting practice.